Junior Research Fellowships (3 years)
The objective of the Kay Kendall Leukaemia Fund Junior Research Fellowship programme is to support outstanding individuals wishing to pursue research into haematological malignancies.
The Fellowships are expected to cover a period of 3 years and are to be undertaken on a full-time basis in a recognised university, hospital, or other equivalent institution.
Designation of posts
The incumbents will be designated Kay Kendall Leukaemia Fund Junior Research Fellows. There will be up to 3 such Junior Fellowships awarded annually, generally at least one from each of the following categories:
- Scientific Fellow
- Clinical Research Fellow
Non-medical scientists who will usually have 1-4 years’ postdoctoral experience and are intending to work either at a recognised UK research institution or seeking a travel fellowship for relevant work abroad may apply for a Scientific Fellowship with funding and administration via an appropriate UK institution.
Clinicians seeking funding for a PhD in the field of leukaemia research, usually at a UK centre, may apply for a Clinical Research Fellowship.
Personal and academic background of candidates
Applicants may be of any nationality but should have a recognised higher degree (PhD, MRCP, MRCPath or equivalent).
Topics of research
Applications will be considered on any aspect of the study of leukaemia interpreted in its broadest sense including but not limited to molecular biology and biochemistry, virology, immunology, cell biology, epidemiology and diagnostic and therapeutic strategies including gene transfer. Persons seeking predominantly clinical training in the management of patients with leukaemia or allied disorders will not be eligible for KKLF Junior Research Fellowships.
For more information, please visit:http://kklf.org.uk/fellowships/junior/